Why TAP is so green!

We are always on the lookout for green, eco-superior, and eco-benign products that will get rid of pests from your home and are safe for your family. And T·A·P (Thermal, Acoustical, Pest Control Insulation) fits the bill PERFECTLY!

We’ve shared with you before the benefits of using thermal, acoustical pest control in your home. It is truly amazing! Today we want to tell you how green T·A·P really is—in fact, it’s so green that it earned the ENERGY STAR AWARD from the US Environmental Protection Agency for its part in protecting America’s vital energy reserve! Wow!

#1: Production

87% of T·A·P is recovered newsprint! You remember those things called newspapers people used to read? Yeah, those! That newsprint was made from wood pulp from one our most precious resources: trees! In order to turn it into insulation, the newspaper is fed through an electric mill that explodes the fibers into a soft, gray, cotton-ball-like substance. These electric mills can be turned off, unlike the furnaces used for glass-fiber insulation.

On the other hand, regular insulation, which contains only 0-20% recycled content, is melted in giant gas-fired mills that remain on during down time and give off greenhouse gases. Additionally, it is then spun which requires even more energy. Starting to see how GREEN the production of T·A·P is?

Furthermore, paper, especially newsprint, is a large part of residential waste and a major disposal problem for communities throughout the country. Installing T•A•P in a 1500 ft. ranch-style home productively recycles as much newsprint as a family will consume in 40 years; not only recycles, but removes it from the waste stream permanently, greatly saving landfill space! Oh yeah, it’s green!

#2: Operation / Energy Conservation

Not only does T•A•P have the recycling advantage over regular insulation, many independent insulation authorities agree that cellulose is the best fiber thermal insulation!

Spun glass fiber, a component of regular insulation, allows air to move more readily through it. This means, during summer, regular fiberglass insulation lets the radiant heat from the sun heat up our ceilings, so that the AC has to run longer to cool the house. And in winter, warm air from inside the house escapes through the ceiling and is replaced by heavier cold air, making our heating system work harder and longer! All of this equals more cost! T•A•P is denser than fiber glass which means it slows the movement of air, creating a better insulating effect. Typical energy savings from choosing T•A•P will range from 20 to 38%…now that’s good news!

#3: Disposal

Since T•A•P is blown into attics and never cut or trimmed on the job, there is virtually no waste! Any excess T•A•P is swept up and fed back into the hopper for re-use. And if T•A•P ever must be removed because of damage (e.g., flooding or animal destruction), it may be placed in land fills without restriction and presents no environmental hazard.

T•A•P is also an EPA-labeled building product which has undergone “Fungi Resistance” testing! Other forms of insulation do not have this and may experience mold growth during construction or under moist conditions!

So, in a nutshell, it takes less energy to make T·A·P; it takes less energy to heat and cool your home with T·A·P; and T·A·P presents no environmental hazard if ever removed.

Wow! Can you get much greener than T·A·P? We love this product and all the benefits it provides! If you are ready to add this powerful, green insulation and bring your attic up to EPA recommended levels, contact us today and we’ll get the process started!

Organic Pest Control

Green is where it is at in today's world, and Good News is a Green leader in the pest control industry. We were the first to use minimum risk, pesticide-exempt labeled products to obtain guaranteed results. Working with EPA registered products, we have been able to further our world class rating as the "best of the best" when it comes to managing pest problems naturally.

Termite Control

Termites do more damage every year than floods, fires, and storms combined, and Florida is the #1 state in the country for termite problems because of our perfect tropical environment. Good News is the leader in using natural, organic, and essential oil alternatives to control both dry wood and subterranean termite pests. We even offer a 1 Million Dollar Damage Repair Warranty for homes that qualify.

Rodent Control

Rodents have been around longer than we have and also multiply much quicker. Every time builders remove natural landscape and put homes in its place, rodents are some of the first invaders to take up new residence. Add lush palms and fruit trees and you have the perfect environment for a furry family. Good News has been recognized by industry experts as one of the top 10 companies in Florida in eradication of these unwelcome guests.

Commercial

Commercial pest control is an extremely specialized service. That's why Good News opened a separate division to expertly deal with the unique issues related to businesses, restaurants, institutions, health care facilities, hospitality and multi-resident dwellings in 2005. Our highly trained inspectors and technicians are uniquely qualified to handle virtually any pest problem on demand. We even have green alternatives for commercial solutions.